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What Is Certificate Laddering, and How Does It Work?
A share certificate is a type of savings vehicle that allows you to earn a higher APY (annual percentage yield) than a typical savings account, while locking up your deposit for a set period of […]
Line of Credit vs Credit Card: What’s the Difference?
A line of credit and a credit card can both be great options for short-term financing. However, they’re not created equal. Check out just a few key differences to help you decide which is best […]
Mid-Year Money Checkup: 5 Ways to Boost Your Financial Health
Summer is in full swing and so is peak travel season. And while July is a prime time to get outdoors and cash in on any plans you may have—at home or beyond—the reality is […]
How to Set Financial Goals
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Eight Unhealthy Credit Card Habits to Kick Now
By Joseph Muscente The following is a contributed article from LendingTree and does not reflect the opinion of Service Credit Union. You’ve probably known people for whom credit cards were the root cause of financial […]
Financial Life Hacks for Living in Germany
At Service Credit Union, we serve members all over the world, including thousands of U.S. military members on Army and Air Force bases in Germany. If you’ve recently relocated to Germany or are scheduled to, […]
How to Set a Pain-Free Wedding Budget
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Why Gen Z Should Start Building Credit Now
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How to Decipher Financial Aid Award Letters
The below content is contributed by our partners at CU Student Choice, which provides easier options for paying for education through credit unions. You’ve received your college acceptance letters – congratulations! If you’ve been accepted […]
Five Tips for Retirement Planning
By GreenPath Financial Wellness Are you planning to retire soon? If so, you’re in good company. In the next seven years, approximately a fifth of the U.S. population will reach the traditional retirement age of […]